4 March

Really powerful example of the complexity casuistry (case-based reasoning, like in law) can deal with in a way nothing else can. You'd look at that long list of eminent scientists and say, hmm, yes this is a miscarriage of justice. But actually the science is a bit of a long bow in this one, and I wonder if the scientists are a bit naive. Not saying I think she's guilty either, but the diaries (https://www.smh.com.au/national/diary-of-mum-accused-of-killing-her-four-babies-20030406-gdgk1d.html) used as the basis for her conviction are much stronger evidence I think than the science. Almost impossibly tough decisions, this is what casuistry does. We should all learn about it. https://thenewdaily.com.au/news/national/2021/03/04/kathleen-folbigg-pardon/?utm_source=Adestra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=News%20Alert%20-%2020210304